Description
Immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia (IMHA) and immune mediated thrombocytopenia (ITP) are complex and potentially life-threatening conditions that require dedicated nursing care and close patient monitoring. As veterinary nurses, we play a vital role in supporting these patients throughout diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
This webinar will provide a practical overview of IMHA and ITP, exploring the underlying disease processes, common treatments, and the nursing considerations that can have a significant impact on patient outcomes. Attendees will learn how to perform effective patient monitoring, recognise signs of deterioration, support management and treatment protocols, and provide tailored nursing care for both hospitalised and recovering patients.
This session aims to build confidence in caring for immune-mediated patients while highlighting the important contribution veterinary nurses make as part of the multidisciplinary team.
Learning Objectives
- • Understand the pathophysiology of IMHA and ITP.
- Recognise common clinical signs and diagnostic findings.
- Develop effective monitoring plans for critically ill patients.
- Identify potential complications and when to escalate concerns.
- Understand nursing considerations for blood transfusions and immunosuppressive therapies.
- Support patients and their owners throughout treatment and recovery
